Exchange Student Visa New Zealand Guide
For students accepted into an approved exchange scheme who want to study full-time in New Zealand.
Exchange Student Visa requirements: who can apply?
- have an offer of place from an unless you are coming to New Zealand with an exchange programme organisation
- show you have been accepted into an approved exchange student scheme
- have enough money to pay your living expenses, or have an acceptable sponsor
- be outside New Zealand
- have plans to leave New Zealand at the end of your stay
- meet the other requirements of this visa.
- study in New Zealand in a school-to-school exchange, an exchange programme organisation scheme or a tertiary exchange
- work part-time up to 25 hours a week while studying, or in the holidays, depending on your age and how long your study is for.
What the Exchange Student Visa lets you do
- study in New Zealand in a school-to-school exchange, an exchange programme organisation scheme or a tertiary exchange
- work part-time up to 25 hours a week while studying, or in the holidays, depending on your age and how long your study is for.
Exchange Student Visa documents and evidence
- certified English translations of police and medical certificates that are not in English
- scanned copies of the original documents.
Exchange Student Visa FAQ
What is the Exchange Student Visa?
For students accepted into an approved exchange scheme who want to study full-time in New Zealand.
How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Exchange Student Visa?
The latest source snapshot lists 4 years. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.
How much does the Exchange Student Visa cost?
The latest source snapshot lists NZD $850. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.
How long does the Exchange Student Visa take to process?
The latest source snapshot lists 1.5 weeks. Processing times are indicative and can change.
Where can I check the latest official Exchange Student Visa requirements?
Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/exchange-student-visa/. Webfit News reorganises the public information for convenience but does not replace the official source.
Other study visa guides
Return to the main NZ Visa Guide to browse work, study, visitor, residence and family visa information or download another visa checklist.